Brickmasons and Blockmasons pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for brickmasons and blockmasons is $43.26 an hour ($89,980 a year). About 2,140 people work in this job there.
That is 45% higher than the U.S. median ($62,120). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($89,980).
Pay range for brickmasons and blockmasons in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.58 | $46,960 |
| 25% of workers | $29.78 | $61,950 |
| Half of workers (median) | $43.26 | $89,980 |
| 75% of workers | $49.31 | $102,570 |
| 90% of workers | $52.82 | $109,870 |
Brickmasons and Blockmasons pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $89,980 | 2,140 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $83,250 | 40 |
| Rockford | $78,080 | 40 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for brickmasons and blockmasons
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.1% over ten years, little or no change · about 4,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $60,890 |
| Carpenters | $80,440 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $81,020 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $70,370 |
| Electricians | $102,350 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $103,380 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $103,100 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $61,740 |
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